See Also: reparation(dictionary)
reparation(dictionary)
REPARATION(law)

reparation (iou)



reparation noun. LME.
[Old & mod. French reparation from late Latin reparatio(n-), from Latin reparat- pa. ppl stem of reparare: see REPAIR verb2, -ATION.]
a. The action of restoring something to a proper or former state; restoration, renewal; maintenance (of a thing). LME.
Sir W. Scott You owe me something for reparation of honour.
b. Spiritual restoration, salvation; an instance of this. LME-E18.
The action of repairing or mending something; the fact of being repaired; repair of a structure etc. by replacing or fixing worn or damaged parts. Now rare. LME.
In pl. Repairs. Formerly also, sums spent on repairs. Now rare. LME.
a. The action of making amends for a wrong or loss; compensation. LME.
H. James Would there..be time for reparation?..for the injury done his character.
b. Healing of a physical injury. M19.
c. Compensation for war damage owed by a defeated State. Usu. in pl. E20.
Daily Mail The..German payments for reparations.